First Sustainability Information Fair on September 24 at Kruispuntplein

On September 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the municipality of Voorschoten is organizing the first Sustainability Information Fair on the Kruispunt plaza at the “ centre.” There, you can find information and inspiration on all kinds of topics related to sustainability. For example, the “ markt ” will focus on energy, climate adaptation, sustainable consumption, green spaces, and biodiversity. A wide variety of organizations are participating. 

For example, the Sustainable Construction Help Desk will be there with a mobile showroom. Would you like to know if your energy consumption is in line with that of the homes in your neighbourhood? If so, please bring relevant information with you, such as your annual figures. The “Measuring Is Knowing” working group will be at the markt to compare them with you. In addition, there will be energy coaches who have experience with infrared scans.

You can speak with city staff about Voorschoten’s plans for climate adaptation, the energy transition, the environment, and green spaces. There are also staff members who can explain the programs available to help you pay your energy bill if you’re on a low income. 

Soil Animal Circus

Kids ages 6 to 99 can solve a rebus puzzle and win a bag of flower bulbs! There’s a soil-dwelling animal circus and—especially for kids—a model that lets you learn about flooding in a fun way.

The Compostbakkers will demonstrate how to make your own compost. The Bomenbond Rijnland knows everything there is to know about the trees in Voorschoten. Fairtrade Voorschoten will talk about Fairtrade products and about Voorschoten as a Fairtrade municipality. The Steenbreek Foundation is your go-to source for greener gardening tips, and Universal Greenfields knows everything there is to know about green roofs and facades. The Repair Café will be open all day on Schoolstraat.